Privacy Policy

Canada Coding School ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website canadacodingschool.com and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms or request information
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Request a consultation or quote
• Apply for employment opportunities
• Engage with our services

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Company name and job title
• Project details and requirements
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
• Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring website addresses
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Click patterns and navigation paths

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information about your browsing activities. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, see our cookie policy section below.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining our services
• Responding to your inquiries and fulfilling your requests
• Sending administrative information, such as updates and security alerts
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)
• Improving our website and services
• Analyzing usage patterns and trends
• Protecting against fraudulent or illegal activity
• Complying with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers
• Email service providers
• Analytics providers
• Payment processors
• Customer relationship management systems

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and audits
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. The criteria used to determine retention periods include:

• The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with you
• Legal obligations to retain data for certain periods
• Statute of limitations for potential legal claims
• Guidelines issued by relevant data protection authorities

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Canadian Residents (PIPEDA)

Under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent for processing
• File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

6.2 European Residents (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have additional rights including:

• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to data portability
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to object to processing

6.3 California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is being collected
• Know whether your information is sold or disclosed
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

7. Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Types of cookies we use:

7.1 Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.

7.2 Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

7.3 Marketing Cookies

Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or through our cookie consent banner.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Canada. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

For complaints regarding our handling of personal information, Canadian residents may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.